NG Pre-Ranger (Benning)

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NG Pre-Ranger (Benning)

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Rangers, I just finished attending Pre-Ranger here at Benning. For other Ranger hopefuls who either don't know or are too afraid to ask...take your ass Pre-Ranger if you're able. It was very demanding both physically and mentally. I was pushed far beyond my wildest dreams and damn it, I needed that kick in the ass.

Pre-Ranger, for me, was the best way for me to evaluate myself and truly know where I stand. I was able to identify my deficiencies. I took everything I learned seriously and executed all the tasks to the best of my ability. I was always highly motivated and did my best not to bitch. Everyone at some point had sand in their vagina – the difference was whether or not we cried about it.

I wasn’t the most tactically proficient wanker of the bunch, but I never used that as an excuse. I did my part: I followed when not in charge and did what I was taught when I was in charge. I always helped out when I could, never complained about a task given to me from my peers and I kept my fucking nose in the RH. In retrospect, I realized I wasn’t nearly as ready as I hoped. Not by a long shot. I failed the RPFT and came up shorter on the retake. I found myself 1 PU short, 1 minute too slow and 2 chin ups away. I no-go’d my patrol and I volunteered for the second one so I could continue to practice. Lastly, I barely “passed” my peer evals. My SQD was comprised of half being from the same LRS unit and with some squared away Ranger buddies. But, that’s no fucking excuse. I should have done better. I will do better.

On a good note, I had no issues with the CWST, I was 4/5 for each of the three days of land nav, I passed the 2-mile buddy run, can rock a WARNO/OPORD and I learned more in 2 weeks then I have in the past 2 years. I also found myself being pushed during the O course harder than ever before. While other SQD’s were “running in place” between obstacles, my SQD was executing fast and furious tactical movements. The O course became so much more. It was about being able to compose and maintain under physical and mental stress rather than can I climb a fucking wall and jog to the next. It was about being able to fight on tired, beat and broke down. I no longer had a fear of heights or a fear of not completing the tasks. All I cared about was: I NEED TO GET TO COMPLETE THIS OBSTACLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOR THE SAKE OF THE RANGER ON THE OTHER SIDE. Kilted Heathen, that day made me realize that I can do anything and I have since wiped out that “doubt” from my mind. Sergeant, you brought a brand-new SQD “together” in a matter of minutes and we ended up actually being in the final SQDs together. Madness or method? :twisted:

Lessons learned: ALWAYS remain tactical. ALWAYS do your part and more. NEVER quit; no matter how bad you might think it is, it can be so much worse. Don’t bitch about little shit like no sleep and pulling FG. Suck it up and stay motivated.
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The last time I heard a speech like that the guy quit on the first day......
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Roger that.


Actually, had a guy quit on day 0. WTF?
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I wasn't worried about quitting, I just didn't want to fail/get thrown out. When your Ranger Company Commander gets you out of jail and sends you to Ranger School to get your shit together or not come back...it's a motivator!
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Your self-analization is commendable, but don't overthink this. It's just another thing in life that you need to do......so just fuckin' do it!
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Ranger Slowpoke: Roger that.
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Never knew we had a board member in the class.

Don't fucking be late on Sunday.
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Kilted Heathen wrote:Never knew we had a board member in the class.

Don't fucking be late on Sunday.
Well, Clutch, there you have it. If you really want to make it through Ranger School, you are being trained by the experts. I feel confident that if you earn a "Go" from the Heathen, you stand a very good chance at earning your tab. Never, never quit!
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Kilted Heathen wrote:Never knew we had a board member in the class.

Don't fucking be late on Sunday.

Since you're on your week-end pass I can resort to being nicer to you. Enjoy your weekend, you've fucking earned it. Obviously something has sank in and that alone will make you a better asset to your unit, tab or not.

Of course...I'll still hunt you down if you quit or fail.

Best of luck.

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Clutch wrote:Lessons learned: ALWAYS remain tactical.

Hey is that fat Free Fall guy still there?
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Kilted Heathen wrote:Never knew we had a board member in the class.
Smells like success to me. Fly under the radar...
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My son in Mtn Phase as I write. He had a few hours off after Benning before heading to Merrill. He said the tasks in Pre-ranger were actually harder than what was in the first phase, that is tactics etc., not the food/sleep deprivation part. so it seemed like good prep.
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Re: NG Pre-Ranger (Benning)

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Jim wrote:
Kilted Heathen wrote:Never knew we had a board member in the class.

Don't fucking be late on Sunday.
Well, Clutch, there you have it. If you really want to make it through Ranger School, you are being trained by the experts. I feel confident that if you earn a "Go" from the Heathen, you stand a very good chance at earning your tab. Never, never quit!
Nobody gets a "go" from KH. By the way, Pre-Ranger was harder than Darby.


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